# Privacy Policy for Smart Match
**Last Updated: January 26, 2026**
## Introduction
Smart Match (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
By using Smart Match, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
## Information We Collect
### Information You Provide
**Resume Data**
– Resume files (PDF)
– Resume text content
– Professional information contained in your resume
**Job Information**
– Job posting URLs you submit for analysis
– Job descriptions extracted from those URLs
### Automatically Collected Information
**Usage Data**
– Number of analyses performed
– Analysis timestamps
– Free tier vs. subscription usage tracking
**Device Information**
– Device type and model
– Operating system version
– App version
**Purchase Information**
– Subscription status (active/inactive)
– Subscription type (weekly/monthly)
– Purchase dates and renewal information (handled by Apple)
## How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
– **Provide Core Services**: Analyze job-resume matches and generate recommendations
– **Generate Cover Letters**: Create personalized cover letters for qualifying matches
– **Track Usage**: Monitor free tier limits and subscription status
– **Improve Services**: Enhance AI analysis accuracy and app performance
– **Customer Support**: Respond to inquiries and technical issues
– **Compliance**: Meet legal and regulatory requirements
## Data Processing and AI Analysis
Your resume and job description data are sent to our backend API server for AI-powered analysis using OpenAI’s services. This processing:
– Occurs in real-time during analysis
– Is not stored permanently on our servers
– Is used solely for generating your match results
– Is subject to OpenAI’s data processing policies
## Data Retention
– **Resume and Job Data**: Processed in real-time and not permanently stored
– **Usage Tracking Data**: Stored locally on your device
– **Subscription Data**: Managed by Apple and retained according to their policies
– **Temporary Files**: Automatically deleted after processing
## Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share data with:
**Service Providers**
– **OpenAI**: For AI-powered resume analysis (subject to their privacy policy)
– **Cloud Hosting**: For API server hosting and processing
**Legal Requirements**
We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
**Business Transfers**
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user data may be transferred.
## Third-Party Services
Smart Match integrates with the following third-party services:
**OpenAI API**
– Used for AI-powered job-resume matching analysis
– Subject to OpenAI’s Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy
**Apple In-App Purchases**
– Subscription management handled by Apple
– Subject to Apple’s Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy
**Job Posting Websites**
– We extract publicly available job descriptions from URLs you provide
– We do not create accounts or log in on your behalf
## Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
– **Access**: Request information about data we process
– **Deletion**: Request deletion of your data
– **Opt-Out**: Stop using the app at any time
– **Data Portability**: Request a copy of your data
– **Cancel Subscription**: Manage subscriptions through your Apple ID settings
## Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
– HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
– Secure API endpoints
– No permanent storage of sensitive resume data
– Automatic cleanup of temporary files
– Limited data retention
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
## Children’s Privacy
Smart Match is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
## International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using Smart Match, you consent to such transfers.
## No Account Required
Smart Match does not require account creation or user registration. All usage tracking is performed locally on your device. This means:
– No email addresses collected
– No passwords stored
– No user profiles created
– No personal identification required
## Subscription and Payment Information
All subscription purchases are processed through Apple’s In-App Purchase system. We do not collect or store your payment information. Apple handles all payment processing and subscription management according to their privacy policy.
## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
– Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
– Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
– Providing in-app notification for material changes
Your continued use of Smart Match after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
## California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
– Right to know what personal information is collected
– Right to delete personal information
– Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
– Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
## European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
– Right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data
– Right to restrict or object to processing
– Right to data portability
– Right to withdraw consent
– Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
## Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data:
**Email**: hello@wallstrdev.de
**App Support**: Available through the App Store listing
## Consent
By using Smart Match, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
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